Okay, we’ve all seen them, those charming little families wandering around in matching group shirts? The gaggle of gals strutting around Epcot with boozy-themed Disney shirts. Or that couple with the shirts so unique you know that they were custom-made especially for them.
It doesn’t matter if you are “into” group shirts or not, sporting something unique at Disney parks is becoming the fashion trend you won’t want to ignore. But, where the heck do these people get these shirts?
Where Custom & Group Disney Shirts Come From
There’s an entire community out there for this and they range from professional t-shirt shops to the in-home crafter who is using a simple iron-on transfer. No matter the choice, you can find plenty of places online to either get supplies to make your own, order predesigned and printed shirts, or snag some professional apparel.
However, a word of caution to the buyer – not all crafters are the same, and sometimes that low-low price means that you get exactly what you paid for – a cheap quality brand shirt and a design that doesn’t stay. Ouch!
In order to keep you from having a less than magical t-shirt experience, I’m here to help! I’ve been designing my own Disney vacation t-shirts for years now and opened up my own Craft-Ready SVG Shop and Ready-to-Wear Shirt Shop from the experience. I’ve learned a lot about quality over the years and invested in professional-grade equipment and partnerships to ensure that I’ve got something that I’m going to wear and love for a long time.
This post will drop all my t-shirt secrets from design files, where I buy my supplies, and even what equipment I use!
The Secret To The Best Custom & Group Disney Shirt
Surprise! It’s not the design. It all begins will selecting the right shirt. It doesn’t matter how creative your design is or how the garment is “printed.” It’s all about getting the most comfortable shirt in the right fit. Remember, you are going to be wearing one of these pretty much every day, all day, while you are visiting Disney Parks. You want it to be comfortable first and foremost.
For my shirts, I use almost exclusively Bella + Canvas Unisex styles because of their soft, comfortable fabric and the loose fit, which is ideal for that muggy Florida weather or the California sun.
Here are my top-three “go-to” shirts:
Part of the Bella + Canvas relaxed collection, this tee is available in a variety of fabrications and features a V-neck, short sleeves, and a new modern, relaxed fit for effortless style. Offered in a rainbow of solid, triblend, and heather cvc colors.
Part of the Bella + Canvas relaxed collection, this women s jersey t-shirt features a crew neck, short sleeves, and a contemporary, looser fit for effortless style. Made from our super-soft 100% cotton, this t-shirt feels amazing all day long. Plus, this garment s super-smooth surface makes it DTG ready, for all those bold and beautiful prints that send a big message.
This classic women's jersey long sleeve t-shirt fits like a well-loved favorite, featuring a semi-relaxed fit, classic crew neck, long sleeves, and superior Airlume combed and ring-spun jersey cotton that acts as a blank canvas for printing.
I’m a huge fan of these shirts not only because of the quality and fit, but also the nice array of colors you can get them in. The Heather color set is one of my favorites because it adds a softer and sometimes sporty look to the designs. Not sure what color to pick? Yeah, I have the same damn problem! (Hehe.)
How I Make My Disney Shirts
At first, I used to buy them online, but I would find myself wanting to customize or create my own shirts. So, I start producing my own in-house with professional-grade HTV vinyl and high-heat press. I’ve even gone so far now to dedicate an entire room in my home to t-shirt design and production. You’ll often find me rocking out to Disney tunes working away on new designs or fulfilling orders via my Esty shop.
Here’s what equipment I use in the studio:
This Fancierstudio power heat press works great in both commercial and domestic settings, and it can perform any size job with supreme durability. The easy to use design allows for sturdy operations. When pressed down, it provides industrial strength, pressure, and even temperature, guaranteeing the transfer to last on the garment.
Cricut Maker Champagne Machine bundle with a tool kit and vinyl in assorted colors. Professional level cutting materials from paper, iron-on and felt, making personalized DIY home decor, indoor decals, wall signs, and more!
Decorate T-shirts, pants, hoodies, bags, shoes, pillows and so much more with a heat press or home iron! Applies at a lower temperature of 305°F for 15 seconds with medium pressure. Adheres to 100% Cotton, 100% Polyester, Cotton/poly blends, and Leather.
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We LOVE making a little extra Disney magic! If you can’t find the perfect shirts or design files for your vacation – get in touch with us – and we’ll create to your heart’s delight.
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